Any tips on how to control anxiety?

I've been diagnosed with anxiety for almost 2 years now and went to therapy for almost a year. I've seen a lot of improvement on myself and have felt less anxious with time, but today, in the middle of school, I had a random panic/anxiety attack. Out of nowhere (and without any trigger) I felt dizzy and my eyes started tearing up. I had to leave the classroom and began to cry and couldn't seem to stop. After some while I composed myself and tried to carry on with my day to day activities but felt extremely exhausted. Any advice on how to control these random bursts of anxiety?

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ozgirl512 · 26-30, F

Sorry, never been there so I don't really know... One thing I read recently though made a lot of sense to me... The author said all of the worst things I ever imagined never happened to me ... Maybe it will provide some comfort :)

TheProtectedOfOrion · 26-30, F

@ozgirl512 That is actually very helpful. Thank you

ozgirl512 · 26-30, F

@TheProtectedOfOrion :)

Tastyfrzz · 61-69, M

For our shihztu the vet suggests tapping him on the forehead. In reality, they have a new drug out there called cbn oil that is a non thc derivative of pot that is supposed to be quite effective.

TheProtectedOfOrion · 26-30, F

@Tastyfrzz when my anxiety was stronger, I used to smoke weed in order to be able to relax and sleep properly, so that actually might help. Thank you!

zeeva70 · F

Have you seen a medical doctor lately? Have you tried meds? Mindfulness?

TheProtectedOfOrion · 26-30, F

@zeeva70 I tried meds when I was recently diagnosed, but haven't since. I kinda want it to be my last resort

zeeva70 · F

@TheProtectedOfOrion I respect that. What about Mindfulness? Blood work done at doctor to measure nutrient levels? Working with your therapist to develop a plan of what to do prior to, during and after attack?

TheProtectedOfOrion · 26-30, F

Honestly, I'd never heard about Mindfulness before, so I just started reading about it and it seems like something that I'd be willing to try. Thank you so much!

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